Idyllic location! 3 bedroom, 2 bath "hillside rancher" situated on a 1.45 acre lot, featuring a beautiful, updated Gunite inground pool with close proximity to Elk Neck State Park, the Elk River and numerous local marinas. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for over 40 years, highlights include a spacious living room and eat-in kitchen that includes an island and attractive laminate flooring. Additional features include 3 bedrooms (one currently utilized as an office), including a primary with a walk-in closet and attached bath, as well as an additional full bath and convenient main level laundry room. Access the inviting pool area through a door in the laundry room for your private outdoor oasis! Ideal for family gatherings, entertaining, outdoor living or just relaxing after a long day. Details include a recently updated heated Gunite inground pool (fenced-in), bar, screened-in Gazebo and plenty of patio space for outdoor activities (Patio furniture, gas grill, bar and pool cleaner are included). Additional property details include an unfinished basement with walk-out (bring your idea's!), basement one-car garage, 2-car carport and two sizable gardening sheds. Recent updates include HardiePlank cement siding added in 2021, architectural shingled roof (2019) and pool updates completed in 2025. Truly a little piece a paradise! If you are searching for a tucked away, immaculately maintained home, your search is over... 12 Joy Drive... A PERFECT place to call HOME!!! **TWO TAX ID #'s EXIST FOR THIS PROPERTY: #08-05-076331 (residence and .739 acres) and #08-05-076323 (adjacent .712 lot that includes an in-ground pool)
Pending
$450,000
12 Joy Dr, North East, MD 21901
3beds
1,325sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,007/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
0.74 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Wanda Jackson 410-920-6213,
RE/MAX Chesapeake 410-398-9200
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: MDCC2022120
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Attic - Access Panel, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Basement
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Double Sink, Flooring - Laminated, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Electric Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 X 11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 11
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 19
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater, Water Treat System, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Has Laundry, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Basement: Garage Access,Interior Entry,Connecting Stairway,Walk-Out Access,Exterior Entry,Space For Rooms,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Water Proofing System,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,650
- Total interior livable area: 1,325 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,325
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Basement, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Gunite, Heated, Fenced, Private
Lot
- Size: 0.74 Acres
- Features: Additional Lot(s), Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Additional parcels included: Two Tax ID's exist for this property: #05076331 (residence and .739 acres) and #05076323 (.712 acre adjacent lot with pool)
- Parcel number: 0805076331
- Zoning: RR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, HardiPlank Type, Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator
- Sewer: On Site Septic, Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Joy Haven
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: North East
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $340/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,542
- Date on market: 7/29/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Countertop Microwave, Pool Equipment And Cover, Refrigerator, Beverage Refrigerator, Shades & Blinds, 2 Storage Sheds, Electric Range, Kitchen Island, Flag Pole, Patio Furniture, Patio Bar, Gas Grill, Pool Cleaner, Gazebo Furniture
- Exclusions: Basement Refrigerator
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,192/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2026 | Pending sale | $450,000+547.9%$340/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #MDCC2022120 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/1985 | Sold | $69,450$52/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $188 +4% | $17,133 +4% |
| 2024 | $180 +3.3% | $16,467 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $175 -1.9% | $15,800 |
| 2022 | $178 -1.2% | $15,800 |
| 2021 | $180 -2.4% | $15,800 -1.3% |
| 2020 | $185 | $16,000 |
| 2019 | $185 | $16,000 |
| 2018 | $185 -24.5% | $16,000 |
| 2017 | $245 +38.5% | $16,000 |
| 2016 | $177 +0.1% | $16,000 |
| 2015 | $176 -7.1% | $16,000 |
| 2014 | $190 | $16,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $16,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $16,000 -12.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $18,380 +12.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $16,366 +14% |
| 2009 | -- | $14,353 +16.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $12,340 +2.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $12,036 +2.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $11,733 +2.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $11,430 |
| 2004 | -- | $11,430 |
| 2003 | -- | $11,430 -72% |
| 2002 | -- | $40,820 +8.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $37,612 |
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Neighborhood: 21901
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Elk Neck Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.4 mi
- 4/10North East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.2 mi
- 3/10North East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Elk Neck
- Middle: North East
- High: North East
- District: Cecil County Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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